The Seattle Torrent have added a new voice behind the bench for their second season, announcing July 21 that Stefanie McKeough is joining the organization as an assistant coach.
McKeough arrives in Seattle after spending the last three seasons as an assistant coach with PWHL Boston Fleet. She now moves west to work alongside Torrent head coach Christine Bumstead as the club continues building out its staff.
General manager Meghan Turner pointed to McKeough’s impact on others and her background in the league as key reasons for the hire.
“Stefanie is a uniquely exciting addition to our team as we build toward our second season,” said Meghan Turner, Seattle Torrent General Manager. “Having worked with her firsthand, I have been impressed by her analytical mind and her ability to consistently elevate others.
Her proven experience as an elite player and a foundational coach in our league will help strengthen our culture and reinforce our standards as we pursue sustained success this year and beyond. We are thrilled to welcome her out west.”
McKeough also shared her excitement about the opportunity and the chance to connect with the Seattle community.
“I am incredibly grateful for the opportunity to join the Torrent and get to know the Seattle community and amazing fans,” said McKeough. “I am excited to get to work with great players and staff to continue building an environment where players can grow, compete, and be their best every day.”
Seattle is coming off a last-place finish in its first season, going 8-16-1-5. The team has not announced its 2026-27 schedule yet.
The Torrent play at Climate Pledge Arena, the same home building used by the NHL’s Seattle Kraken.
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